{"id":158,"date":"2017-05-08T22:40:33","date_gmt":"2017-05-09T02:40:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=158"},"modified":"2025-12-17T18:55:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T23:55:09","slug":"brigham-womens-hospital","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/cancer-centers\/brigham-womens-hospital\/","title":{"rendered":"Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"about\">About Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/h2>\n<p>Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital \u2014 also known as the Brigham and BWH \u2014 is a world-class health center based in Boston, <a href=\"\/treatment\/states\/massachusetts\/\">Massachusetts<\/a>. BWH is a general medical and surgical facility and teaching hospital.<\/p>\n<p>Brigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital is associated with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a top-notch cancer center recognized as a world leader in cancer treatment and research.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cYear after year, we are acknowledged for quality and safety, as well as innovative patient- and family-focused care.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>\u2013 Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Each year, hundreds of mesothelioma patients who were newly diagnosed seek treatment at the International Mesothelioma Program (IMP) at Brigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 2002, IMP is the world&#8217;s largest program of its kind. It is also one of the few medical facilities to treat all major <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\" data-wpil=\"url\">types of mesothelioma<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In 2015, scientific advancements and increased mesothelioma insight led to BWH opening the Lung Center and Lung Research Center. This is where its mesothelioma program now operates.<\/p>\n<p>Mesothelioma patients receive an initial consultation based on their genetic makeup and disease stage for a highly personalized treatment plan.<\/p>\n<h3>Fast Facts \u2013 Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Nationally ranked by U.S. News &amp; World Report in 12 adult specialties<\/li>\n<li>Has clinical, administrative, and support staff working in over 50 buildings throughout Greater Boston<\/li>\n<li>Its network includes 1,200 doctors throughout New England<\/li>\n<li>Maintains 150 outpatient practices<\/li>\n<li>Serves patients from 120 countries<\/li>\n<li>Founding member of the largest mesothelioma program in the world \u2013 the International Mesothelioma Program (IMP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get connected with top specialists at cancer centers like this one. Our <strong>Free Doctor Match<\/strong> service helps you find and meet with a doctor near you.<\/p>\n<div id=\"25223\" class=\"one-off-25223 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"25223\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-25223{margin:60px auto}.one-off-25223 a{box-shadow:0 4px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25);display:block;background:#e4f4f6;padding:20px 25px 200px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;position:relative;overflow:hidden;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-25223 a::before{background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50% 50% 0 0;content:'';position:absolute;bottom:0;height:19%;width:135%;left:-60px;z-index:0}.one-off-25223 .vque-content,.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{z-index:1;position:relative}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{width:100%;position:absolute;left:-10px;bottom:-15px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:absolute;bottom:0;width:100%;max-width:unset;left:0}.one-off-25223 .heading{font-size:27px;line-height:33px;text-align:center;display:block;max-width:340px;margin:5px auto 25px}.one-off-25223 ul{list-style:none;margin:-10px auto 22px;text-align:left;font-size:16px;line-height:26px}.one-off-25223 ul li{margin:0 0 15px;position:relative;padding-left:35px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{font-family:\"mesohope\"!important;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;content:\"\\e904\";background:#0FAEBF;width:21px;height:21px;display:block;position:absolute;left:0;top:4px;border-radius:50%;color:#fff;font-size:11px;text-align:center;line-height:21px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:center}.one-off-25223 .button{padding:12px 16px;display:block}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.one-off-25223 a{max-width:620px;padding:30px 30px 35px;border-radius:0 0 4px 4px}.one-off-25223 a::before{border-radius:50%;height:155%;width:150%;right:-550px;left:unset;bottom:-295px}.one-off-25223 .heading{text-align:left;margin:2px 0 25px;max-width:unset;font-size:24px}.one-off-25223 ul{margin:-7px 0 30px;max-width:365px;line-height:23px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{top:1px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{max-width:unset;position:absolute;right:-25px;bottom:-35px;margin:0 0 -2px;left:unset;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:relative;bottom:0;left:0;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .button{display:inline-block;padding:14px 25px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:left}}@media screen and (min-width:1150px){.one-off-25223 a{padding:30px}}<\/style><a href=\"\/get-matched\/\" title=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor Ad\"><div>\r\n    <div class=\"vque-content\">\r\n        <strong class=\"heading\">Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor<\/strong>\r\n        <ul>\r\n            <li>Find top specialists near you<\/li>\r\n            <li>Seek compensation for travel & care<\/li>\r\n            <li>Get medical guidance<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Matched Now\">Get Matched Now<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Doctors-ad.png\" alt=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Patient Experience at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/h2>\n<p>BWH\u2019s patient care model is grounded in open communication, creating a patient-focused care plan, and considering personal needs. A cohesive team approach with supportive clinical and administrative professionals ensures the best possible care for each patient.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cBrigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital excels at caring for the sickest, most medically complex patients.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>\u2013 Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Support for patients and families consists of medical intervention, social work, chaplaincy, and a dedicated patient liaison. Practical needs like housing, travel, and financial care are also addressed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The mesothelioma patient team at Brigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Anesthesiologists<\/li>\n<li>Chaplains<\/li>\n<li>Critical care specialists<\/li>\n<li>Medical oncologists<\/li>\n<li>Nurses<\/li>\n<li>Nutritionists<\/li>\n<li>Pathologists<\/li>\n<li>Pharmacists<\/li>\n<li>Psychologists<\/li>\n<li>Physician assistants<\/li>\n<li>Physical therapists<\/li>\n<li>Radiation oncologists<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory therapists<\/li>\n<li>Surgeons<\/li>\n<li>Social workers<\/li>\n<li>Other clinicians<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Patients arriving at the BWH meet many of the team members right away. The care team carefully reviews the patient&#8217;s medical history and provides a complete diagnostic examination by a certified thoracic surgeon with expert training in <a href=\"\/treatment\/\">mesothelioma treatment<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mesothelioma-program\">Mesothelioma Program at Brigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital<\/h2>\n<p>As a founding member of IMP, Brigham and Women&#8217;s Hospital in Boston is home to some of the top mesothelioma experts in the world.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cThe Division of Thoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital has pioneered mesothelioma care and research over the last two decades.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>\u2013 Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>IMP is a collaborative mesothelioma research and treatment initiative involving some of Boston\u2019s top medical institutions. This includes Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, and <a href=\"\/cancer-centers\/boston-va\/\">Boston VA Health Care System<\/a>, where <a href=\"\/veterans\/\">military veterans with mesothelioma<\/a> seek care.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Highlights of the mesothelioma program at BWH include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Over 80 caregivers, scientists, and support staff<\/li>\n<li>Board-certified thoracic surgeons with sub-specialty training and years of experience with mesothelioma<\/li>\n<li>Expertise in the most advanced diagnostic procedures, including cervical mediastinoscopy<\/li>\n<li>All surgeons are faculty at Harvard Medical School<\/li>\n<li>Many surgeons are physician-researchers at the forefront of new therapies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Notably, the BWH mesothelioma program was established by the late <a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-david-sugarbaker\/\">Dr. David Sugarbaker<\/a> \u2014 a highly respected mesothelioma surgeon and researcher. Dr. Sugarbaker is known for developing a life-extending surgery for pleural mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<h3>Mesothelioma Doctors at BWH<\/h3>\n<p>With a world-class mesothelioma program in place, Dr. Sugarbaker left BWH to establish a program at <a href=\"\/cancer-centers\/baylor-lung-institute\/\">Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute<\/a> in Houston, Texas.<\/p>\n<p>BWH&#8217;s mesothelioma program is now led by <a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-raphael-bueno\/\">Dr. Raphael Bueno<\/a>, who is Chief of Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Bueno also serves as Program and Research Director for IMP. He has been recognized as one of America\u2019s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly and named a top thoracic surgeon by Boston Magazine.<\/p>\n<div class=\"list-callout-wrap columns-2\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.list-callout-wrap{border:1px solid #E6E7EC;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 20px 20px rgba(34,34,34,0.03);padding:20px 20px 10px;font-size:16px;margin:30px auto 40px;overflow:hidden}.list-callout-wrap:first-child{margin-top:0}.list-callout-wrap:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.list-callout-wrap .list-callout-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px}.list-callout-wrap .list-callout-heading span{font-weight:inherit}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap ul{list-style:none;margin:-10px 0 0 0;padding:0}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap ul li{border-bottom:1px solid #C4C4C4;line-height:1.7;margin:0;padding:15px 0 15px 28px;position:relative}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap ul li:before{background-color:#0FAEBF;content:\"\";left:8px;position:absolute;top:24px;height:7px;width:7px;border-radius:7px;border:none}.list-callout-wrap ul li:last-child{border-bottom:none}.list-callout-wrap.alt{border:none;box-shadow:none;padding:0;border-radius:0}.list-callout-wrap.alt .list-callout-heading{background:#F3F2F0;padding:20px;border-radius:4px;font-size:17px;font-weight:normal;display:block;display:flex;align-items:center;color:#100134;position:relative;min-height:80px;margin:0 0 15px}.list-callout-wrap.alt .list-callout-heading:before{font-size:50px;vertical-align:middle;position:absolute;left:20px;top:50%;margin-top:-26px}.list-callout-wrap.alt .list-callout-heading span{padding-left:65px;display:block}.list-callout-wrap.alt ul{padding:0 20px}@media screen and (min-width: 1024px){.list-callout-wrap{padding:25px 25px 10px}.list-callout-wrap .list-callout-heading{font-size:24px}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap ul[class*=\"columns\"]{display:block;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-2 ul li,.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-3 ul li{float:left;width:48%}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-2 ul li:nth-child(2n+1),.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-3 ul li:nth-child(2n+1){clear:both;margin-right:2%}.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-2 ul li:nth-child(2n),.entry-content .list-callout-wrap.columns-3 ul li:nth-child(2n){margin-left:2%}.list-callout-wrap.columns-2 ul li:last-child,.list-callout-wrap.columns-2 ul li:nth-last-child(2),.list-callout-wrap.columns-3 ul li:last-child,.list-callout-wrap.columns-3 ul li:nth-last-child(2){border-bottom:none}}<\/style><h3 class=\"list-callout-heading\"><span><strong>Brigham and Women\u2019s mesothelioma specialists include:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><ul class=\"special gears\">\n<li>Dr. Raphael Bueno<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Edmund Saulius Cibas<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Antonio Coppolino, III<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Christopher T. Ducko<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Kelly Jean Fitzgerald<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Jonathan Alfred Fletcher<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Narjust Florez<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Michael T. Jaklitsch<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Hassan A. Khalil<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Raymond H. Mak<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Robert F. Padera, Jr.<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Michael Seth Rabin<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Ealaf Shemmeri<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Lynette Marie Sholl<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Desiree A. Steimer<\/li>\n<li>Dr. John Wain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Supporting the BWH surgical team is a core group of physician assistants, patient coordinators, and support staff. These dedicated professionals integrate the skills of specialists in dozens of disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital dedicates itself to exceptional core values. BWH believes in training socially responsible and clinically excellent health care leaders who are innovative and compassionate. Because of these reasons and more, BWH continues to attract top mesothelioma talent worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Prepare for your next appointment with a mesothelioma specialist by downloading our <strong>Questions to Ask Your Doctor<\/strong> checklist.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"18575\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque outline image-left has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"outline\">.widget_oscar-vque.outline{margin:60px auto;max-width:315px}.widget_oscar-vque.outline:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.outline:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.outline>a{border:1px solid #E6E7EC;padding:20px;box-shadow:0 20px 20px rgba(34,34,34,0.03);border-radius:10px;color:#383441;display:block;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.outline img{margin:0 auto 20px;max-width:180px}.widget_oscar-vque.outline .vque-content{color:#383441;font-size:16px;text-align:center}.widget_oscar-vque.outline 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packet\" \/><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\">Free Download: 14 Questions to Ask\u00a0Your Doctor<\/strong><ul>\n<li>Preparing for treatment<\/li>\n<li>Finding clinical trials<\/li>\n<li>Getting a second opinion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button yellow arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Download\">Get Your Free Download<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"treatment\">Mesothelioma Treatment at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/h2>\n<p>Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital treats <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/pleural\/\">pleural mesothelioma<\/a>, <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/peritoneal\/\">peritoneal mesothelioma<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/pericardial\/\">pericardial mesothelioma<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The multidisciplinary mesothelioma team provides highly personalized care that addresses each patient&#8217;s unique needs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 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768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"content\"><p>The staff at BWH is committed to a collaborative approach to mesothelioma treatment. Treatment plans involve everyone, from the head surgeons to the individual patient.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital clinicians tailor treatment strategies through its four-gene ratio test. The innovative tool is a molecular test that determines the best mesothelioma treatment options based on a patient\u2019s individual characteristics.<\/p>\n<p>Tissues from collected tumors determine the probable outcome of various intervention procedures based on genetic information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Based on the results of BWH\u2019s four-gene ratio test, mesothelioma treatment options may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/treatment\/surgery\/extrapleural-pneumonectomy\/\">Extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP)<\/a>:<\/strong> An invasive surgical procedure, EPP is usually performed on patients with early-stage mesothelioma. The affected lung is removed as well as other diseased tissues. BWH surgeons have an impressive record of success using EPP procedures.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/treatment\/surgery\/pleurectomy-decortication\/\">Pleurectomy with decortication (P\/D)<\/a>:<\/strong> Two separate procedures are used with P\/D. A pleurectomy involves opening the thorax and removing the diseased lung lining. Decortication meticulously removes cancerous regions extending into other areas of the lung or adjacent organs.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/treatment\/chemotherapy\/\">Chemotherapy<\/a>:<\/strong> BWH commonly uses chemotherapy in conjunction with surgery and radiation treatment. Chemo is also a stand-alone treatment for advanced-stage mesothelioma when surgical intervention is no longer possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/treatment\/radiation\/\">Radiation therapy<\/a>:<\/strong> Radiation oncologists at BWH employ intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) to shrink mesothelioma tumors. High-energy beams are directed at cancerous regions to kill cancerous cells but protect healthy tissues. BWH radiation therapists have the most advanced equipment for minimal incidental tissue damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Surgeons at BWH are dedicated to delivering care that puts patients first. Therefore, they perform surgical procedures using minimal invasion with robotic-assisted technology and video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS).<\/p>\n<p>These treatment approaches reduce the risk of surgical complications and improve patient recovery times.<\/p>\n<h2>Mesothelioma Clinical Trials &amp; Research at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital<\/h2>\n<p>The global medical community has a far better understanding of this rare disease thanks to Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital&#8217;s <a href=\"\/treatment\/clinical-trials\/\">mesothelioma clinical trials<\/a>\u00a0and research studies.<\/p>\n<p>Groundbreaking research at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital set the bar for mesothelioma procedure and scientific excellence.<\/p>\n<p>Surgeons at BWH are constantly making medical advances and working on dozens of clinical trials and research projects at all times.<\/p>\n<p>BWH research staff develop new pharmaceutical drugs at IMP. Medications are based on the biological makeup of tumors and administered according to genetic responses.<\/p>\n<p>These studies result in clinical trials that prove to be highly effective in treating mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<p>Treatment trials involve active intervention in mesothelioma patients, while non-treatment trials aim to improve a patient\u2019s life quality.<\/p>\n<p>Find a doctor who can help you match with a clinical trial. <strong>Try our Free Doctor Match now<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"25223\" class=\"one-off-25223 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"25223\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-25223{margin:60px auto}.one-off-25223 a{box-shadow:0 4px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25);display:block;background:#e4f4f6;padding:20px 25px 200px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;position:relative;overflow:hidden;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-25223 a::before{background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50% 50% 0 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